Introducing the Simmons WTC-250 Wheel Turning Center
The Simmons WTC-250 Wheel Turning Center is a robust and dependable vertical turning center purpose-built for boring and machining railway wheels. The WTC-250 features:
- Integrated measurement
- A table that automatically chucks wheels varying 305 mm / 12″ in diameter without manual intervention
- An automatic tool changer and carousel
- Full enclosure for increased operator safety and chip containment
- A CNC system that is accessed through an intuitive Simmons-designed HMI using wheel shop terminology (no need to learn machine tool programming)
- Epoxy granite castings for improved vibration dampening
- Floor-mounted installation that does not require a special pit or foundation